HR - Turnover Rate

Performance Measure

Target

Analysis of Performance*

This measure shows the effectiveness of the City's retention effort.

Metric Definition*

Turnover is a measure of the rate at which employees leave employment with the City. It includes classified and unclassified management employees and all separation reasons (layoffs, and voluntary and involuntary terminations). While turnover is typically measured annually, this report includes turnover reported on a year-to-date basis for each calendar year. The rate is calculated by dividing the total number of employees who separated year-to-date by the average headcount for that reporting period (quarters are cumulative).

Importance*

Turnover is an important measure for three primary reasons – cost (replacing an employee can cost as much as 200% of the annual compensation for the vacated position), business performance (continuity of operations, productivity) and ability to maintain a qualified workforce.

Impact on Performance*

Turnover rate is directly related to the quality and continuity of service provided to citizens. The City is committed to being an employer of choice, however the rate at which employees leave City employment is impacted by factors such as job market, retirement, and personal lifestyle choices.

*Notes

Analysis of Performance: Explains how data results are displayed, anomalies, or other points that went into generating the numbers.